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Mother of Fascia - One Woman's Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil

"Mother of Fascia - One Woman's Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil" is a captivating documentary that follows Dr. Ida P. Rolf, the founder of Structural Integration.The film highlights her extraordinary journey and the challenges she faced while exploring the healing potential of the human body. Influenced by visionaries such as Wilhelm Reich and Fritz Perls, Dr. Rolf developed her revolutionary philosophy emphasizing the significance of fascia—the connective tissue that supports bodily structures. Her insights into how fascia impacts health and alignment emerged over 50 years ago, long before modern imaging technologies were available. This documentary not only chronicles her pioneering work but also celebrates her lasting impact on holistic health practices and bodywork.

  • Aleš Urbanczik
    Director
    Finding the Line - An Exploration of Structural Integration
  • Aleš Urbanczik
    Producer
    Finding the Line - An Exploration of Structural Integration
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 38 minutes 6 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 4, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    100,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Country of Filming:
    Czech Republic, Poland, Switzerland, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Aleš Urbanczik

"Finding the Line - An Exploration of Structural Integration" and "Mother of Fascia - One Woman's Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil" are Aleš Urbanczik's first movies. His journey into the exploration of Ida Rolf's work started in 1993 with his Basic Training. Peter Melchior and Emmett Hutchins, Ida Rolf's very first instructors, were his teachers and inspirations. He has a spiritual background in Zen-Buddhism and was ordained a Zen-Boddhisatva in the French Temple of 'La Gendronnière'. He has been practicing and teaching HathaYoga for 30 years and, based on Dr. Rolf's principles, he developed his unique teaching style he calls "RolfYoga". Aleš Urbanczik is the co-founder of the European Guild for Structural integration (EGSI). He teaches EGSI‘s Basic Trainings in the Czech Republic, the UK and Austria.

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Everyone today is buzzing about 'fascia,' yet few recognize the pioneering woman who highlighted its importance fifty years ago without modern imaging tools like MRI or ultrasound: Dr. Ida Rolf. The documentary "Mother of Fascia - One Woman's Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil" tells her story and showcases her unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth about fascia and its vital role in human health. Dr. Rolf, often called the "Mother of Fascia," developed the Rolf Method of Structural Integration, a groundbreaking approach to bodywork that focuses on the body's connective tissues. Her insights laid the foundation for understanding how fascia affects movement and well-being. This film not only chronicles her personal journey but also celebrates her significant contributions to bodywork, ensuring her legacy continues to inspire practitioners today.